Scripture Reading: Genesis 7 and 8
Main Scripture: But God remembered Noah and all the wild animals and the
livestock that were with him in the ark, and he sent a wind over the earth, and the waters receded.
Genesis 8:1 (NIV)
Worship
Song for Meditation:
I Believe – James Fortune (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9DYrqOUKLtA)
A tropical storm, otherwise known
as a cyclone, is a storm that originates in the ocean during the warmer seasons
and is characterized by high, often destructive winds. A tropical storm develops
during the warm seasons when pressure from the evaporating seas is paired with
cool air from the atmosphere, usually
produces heavy rainfall and can lead to immense flooding.
Chapter 7 of Genesis tells us of an intense storm that cause
flood waters to be on the earth, for forty days. We saw where it destroyed
every living creature except Noah, his family and the animals in the Ark. A storm usually comes with dark clouds, heavy rainfall and flooding and
as such our troubles are usually likened unto a storm.
In Chapter 8, we see where God remembered Noah
and caused the flood waters to recede. Just as God caused the flood waters to
recede, in the same way our troubles and problems will pass. Storms originate
during the warmer season; problems too are only for a season. While the storm
comes with strong winds, heavy rainfall and can result in heavy flooding, it
only last for a time. The flood waters will recede, the rainfall will stop, the
sun will come out and cause the waters to dry up.
What we do during the storm is also very
important. During a storm humans and animals usually find shelter outside of
the storm. For humans this time is used for rest, spending time with family,
relaxation or preparing for what might come after the storm. When your troubles
come it’s an excellent time to become reacquainted with God and your loved
ones. Pray and ask God for help, meditate on God’s word, this will calm you and
make you stronger. Also call up your friends, talk to them, seek advice and help
from them. Sit with your family, pray together, brain storm together and
support each other. Also use the time to
strategize, assess your current situation, determine how you got here in the
first place and make plans for dealing with the problem.
The aftermath of a storm can bring some
devastating effects, such as death, damage to property, livestock and plants.
Despite this however, there are some good effects, for example the rainfall
could be good for a period of drought, it is a time that is used for rebuilding,
replanting and sometimes results in new opportunities. As such we should always
seek to use our problems as stepping stones. Troubles come to make us stronger.
The bible tells us that all things good and bad work together for the good of
those who love the Lord.
Ladies just hold on during these turbulent
times and believe that you will overcome
Have a God filled Day.
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